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Badlands National Park

National Park of the United States National Wildlife Refuge National park Nature reserve

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Badlands National Park, National Park in South Dakota, United States

The 244,000-acre park contains geological formations of layered rock, spires, and steep canyons spread across mixed-grass prairie ecosystems.

The area transformed from a national monument in 1939 to a national park in 1978, preserving ancient fossil beds from the Oligocene period.

The Lakota people named this region Mako Sica, and their descendants continue to manage the Stronghold Unit within the park boundaries.

Between April and October, visitors can explore 244 miles of trails, observe wildlife, and attend ranger programs at the Ben Reifel Visitor Center.

The park contains one of North America's largest deposits of ancient mammal fossils, including specimens of prehistoric horses and rhinoceroses.

Location: Jackson County

Location: Pennington County

Location: Oglala Lakota County

Inception: January 25, 1939

Operator: National Park Service

Part of: Badlands and Black Hills

Address: South Dakota, USA

Phone: +16054335361

Website: https://nps.gov/badl

GPS coordinates: 43.75000,-102.50000

Latest update: August 1, 2025 08:12

Panoramic ViewPhoto author: Martin Kraft
Photo license: CC BY-SA 3.0

Photo author: Martin Kraft
Photo license: CC BY-SA 3.0

Photo author: Wereldburger758
Photo license: CC BY-SA 3.0

Hidden locations in South Dakota

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South Dakota holds natural spaces, historical sites, and cultural locations beyond Mount Rushmore. These locations include waterfalls in Spearfish Canyon, Native American heritage sites, underground caves, and geological formations in the Badlands. Museums, parks, and historical buildings across the state present regional artifacts, art collections, and educational displays. Natural areas provide opportunities for wildlife observation, hiking, and outdoor activities.

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Badlands National Park

Badlands National Park, National Park in South Dakota, United States

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